Robbie’s self mantra while coaching is simple. “Only connect”. His goal is to meet you where you are at - whether you’re a first time rider, or seasoned racer. His technique and theory presents itself in a relatable way based on your experiences and learning style. Visual, Auditory and Kinesthetic modalities are used during each lesson. Coach Robbie will demonstrate and break down each technique into the physics and body mechanics behind the execution of each move. He will film you and deconstruct your movement in real time.

Assessment starts when you first meet. Are you uncomfortable unloading your bike, or did you pull a slick one-handed wheelie into a controlled stoppie right in front of him? Throughout your lesson he will verbally check in with you, using his keen eye to pick up on subtle differences in your body language, enthusiasm and fatigue level.

For younger riders, Robbie empowers kiddos by requiring students to direct their lesson. What do they want to do? He’ll change things up frequently to keep them engaged, avoiding frustration, and keeping things fun. With small groups, Robbie will utilize a rider’s strengths on the bike and use them to help demonstrate, supporting their growth as a potential leader and role model for their same age peers while limiting the amount of time young riders are standing still. This isn’t your typical classroom environment!

Coach Robbie values all mountain bike coaching techniques and enjoys examining other methods. During your session you are encouraged to challenge Robbie’s method with other instruction you may have had, debunking misconceptions and taking what works (or doesn’t) from other programs like BICP, PMBIA, and of course, YouTube.